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Updated 27 Jan 2025

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Jan 2024.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Topic was given on the spot nd 10 min to prepare

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions related to secondary research, market research, economics, details of resume and other personal information
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions related to secondary research, market research, finance and Microsoft office
Round 4 - Aptitude Test 

Questions based on guestimates

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Q1. You have 10 boxes of balls (each ball weighing exactly10 gm) with one box with defective balls (each one of the defective balls weigh 9 gm). You are given an electronic weighing machine and only one chance at it. How will you find out which... read more
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

You have to be bold in the group discussion because the only select bold personality.

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self?
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated analytical chemist with a strong background in research and development.

    • PhD in Analytical Chemistry from XYZ University

    • 5+ years of experience in developing analytical methods

    • Proficient in using various analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR

    • Published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals

    • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why this company?
  • Ans. 

    I am impressed by the company's commitment to innovation, cutting-edge technology, and strong reputation in the industry.

    • The company has a strong focus on research and development, which aligns with my passion for innovation in analytical chemistry.

    • I admire the company's use of cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art equipment, which will allow me to further develop my skills and expertise.

    • The company has a solid ...

  • Answered by AI

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Q1. What do you know different types of chemical solution preparation
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Guesstimates they asked me here

Business Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. You have 10 boxes of balls (each ball weighing exactly10 gm) with one box with defective balls (each one of the defective balls weigh 9 gm). You are given an electronic weighing machine and only one chance at it. How will you find out which... read more
View answer (9)

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Simple resume discussion along with my job role followed by a guesstimate
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Job role discussion along with research related questions (how to find individual information) + a Guesstimate
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduction followed by a Guesstimate

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Extremely important to be thorough with
• resume
• job description

Always speak the truth so that it doesn't rebound back and put you in a spot. You can always deny questions you cannot answer.

Know your place and why you're fit for the role and the organisation. Streamline your course and subjects you studied with the job position.

Apply to multiple places and appear for as many interview as you can. Practise makes perfect!

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Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Choosing between two car varieties based on various costs
  • Ans. 

    Choosing between two car varieties based on various costs

    • Consider upfront costs such as purchase price and financing options

    • Factor in ongoing costs such as fuel efficiency and maintenance

    • Evaluate potential resale value

    • Compare insurance rates

    • Consider any additional features or benefits of each car

    • Make a decision based on overall cost-effectiveness and personal preferences

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Choosing between in-branch and out-branch ATM's (factoring in various parameters)
  • Ans. 

    Choosing between in-branch and out-branch ATM's based on various parameters

    • Consider the location and accessibility of the ATM

    • Analyze the cost of installation and maintenance

    • Evaluate the security measures in place

    • Assess the customer demand and usage patterns

    • Factor in the availability of other banking services at the branch

    • Out-branch ATMs may be more cost-effective but in-branch ATMs offer better customer experience

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Choosing a marketing strategy for Capital One (Phone Calls or Letters)
  • Ans. 

    Phone calls are more effective for Capital One's marketing strategy.

    • Phone calls allow for immediate feedback and personalized communication.

    • Letters may be ignored or lost in the mail.

    • Capital One can track phone call success rates and adjust their strategy accordingly.

    • Phone calls can also be used to cross-sell and upsell products.

    • Letters may be more appropriate for certain types of communication, such as legal notices o

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Narrate a time when you sought the help of your peers and tell me the outcome
  • Ans. 

    I sought help from my peers when I faced a complex data analysis problem.

    • I explained the problem to my peers and asked for their suggestions.

    • We brainstormed and discussed various approaches to solve the problem.

    • One of my peers suggested a new tool that could simplify the analysis process.

    • I tried the tool and it worked perfectly, saving me a lot of time and effort.

    • The outcome was a successful completion of the project w

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell me a time when you overcome an obstacle in a project or task and the outcome
  • Ans. 

    Overcoming an obstacle in a project

    • During a software development project, we faced a challenge with integrating a third-party API

    • I researched and found a workaround by using a different API that provided similar functionality

    • I presented the solution to the team and we implemented it successfully

    • The outcome was that we were able to deliver the project on time and within budget

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Tell me of a time you learned something new for a project/work
  • Ans. 

    I learned about agile methodology for a project

    • Attended a training session on agile methodology

    • Implemented agile methodology in a project

    • Learned about sprints, backlogs, and daily stand-up meetings

    • Improved project efficiency and communication with team members

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was basic data interpretation questions. They gave us a graph or a couple of graphs and asked questions based on them. Calculators were permitted, so it was mostly about speed and application.
Tips: Solve CAT level questions for Data Interpretation, which is a more advanced level. That should make these questions relatively easy. Just practice sums as much as possible to crack this first round.
Duration: 35 minutes
Total Questions: 30

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: The company basically looks for how logically you think as well as how effectively you can communicate while working on a problem. The question will be a relatively straightforward case with basic math involved. There are three rounds of Case Interviews, with varying problem statements, to test your thought and working process
Tips: Ensure you write everything systematically, and keep the conversation going with your interviewer. Tell him/her what you are doing constantly. Double check your work, ask questions and be calm and confident. The process is very relaxed so take your time. If you have a doubt, don't hesitate to get it clarified. Organise your workings clearly so you may come back to it easily. Don't get flustered if you make a mistake, check your working and correct it.

Round: Behavioural Interview
Experience: This was the last round of interviews. It was very relaxed. If you've made it this far then you have a very good chance of receiving an offer letter. It's more of an HR Interview with easy flowing conversation. It is to gauge your communication ability and to get a better understanding of what you've done previousy in terms of work, projects, etc.
Tips: Be calm. It's a very relaxed interview with a flowing conversation. Be confident. Don't be afraid to take a moment to think. Ensure you answer the questions in a manner that highlights previous work that you've done, or any other accomplishments. DON'T LIE. Be genuine and calm.

General Tips: I've already said all there is to say earlier. But I'll re-iterate. The interviewers are very nice and relaxed. So just be yourself. Communicate effectively and be organised in your thoughts and workings.
Skill Tips: Don't be nervous. The process is well organised and conducted. It is swift and interesting too. Just stay calm and don't be shy.
Skills: Analytic Thinking, Logic, Communication Ability
College Name: NIT Surathkal
Motivation: I loved the job profile and it was the first company I sat for on campus. I didn't want to continue with any tech related jobs. The company too, has a fantastic atmosphere in the work place.

Business Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

CapitalOne user image Shreyas Vishwanathan

posted on 1 Nov 2015

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. A case study to find out what is more profitable: monthly or daily bus membership
  • Ans. 

    To determine profitability between monthly and daily bus membership, conduct a cost-benefit analysis.

    • Gather data on the cost of monthly and daily bus passes

    • Determine the frequency of usage for each pass type

    • Calculate the total cost of using each pass type over a given period

    • Compare the costs to the benefits of each pass type, such as convenience and flexibility

    • Consider external factors, such as the availability of park...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. A case study with profitability of ATMs
  • Q3. Case study on choice of means of transport

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was an easy test with basic DI and LR questions. There were around 18 questions to be done in 20 minutes.
Calculator is allowed so speed was not be a problem.
Tips: A great presence of mind and accuracy is needed. Try some CAT style DI/LR questions.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Initially, the interviewer asked me a general question of what factors should be kept in mind while renting a new place near the office as well as if it is away from the office. Then the case study data was given, and various profit and loss questions were asked with some tricky conditions.
Tips: Maintaining one's cool and calm is a must. Try to solve the questions fast, but it is always better to give a late answer than a wrong answer.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Some general financial knowledge was tested, as in what are the possible sources of income of commercial banks. Then the ATM case study was given, in which I had to ascertain the places in which setting up an ATM will be profitable. I was also asked to draw graphs for the profit/loss equations, and had to interpret some data from it too.
Tips: Strong mathematical skills and basic knowledge of economics will come in handy in such interviews.

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: This was the final case study, and was similar to the previous ones, with a bit more tricky cases. Some HR questions were asked:
Why Capital One?
Why analytics?

And similar ones.

Skills: Case Analysis, Quantitative Aptitude, Economics, Quick Maths
Duration: 3
College Name: IIT Roorkee

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Related to work profile
  • Q2. Related to interests

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident, go well groomed

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Yell me about yourself
  • Q2. How uh celebrated ur last birthday
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Case Study 

Aptitude Test + Mini Case

Round 2 - Assignment 

12 Problems based on Excel data

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Power Day: 2 Case Interviews + 1 Product Interview

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for CapitalOne Business Analyst interview:
  • Problem Solving
  • Break Even
  • Revenue Cost Structure
  • Contribution Margin
  • Expected Value
  • Qualitative Approach
  • Quantitative Approach

I applied via Approached by company and was interviewed in Aug 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Case Study 

Quant focussed Case Study (be prepared for calculations)

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why are you looking for a change?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be quick and accurate with calculations

Penguin International Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Penguin International interview?
Penguin International interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Penguin International interview process are Technical, HR and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Penguin International interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Penguin International. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Penguin International expect are Analytics, Database, Database Management, IT Business Analysis and Management.
What are the top questions asked in Penguin International interview?

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